1998 Buick Signia vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Moretti Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti Golden has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti Golden will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Buick | Moretti |
| Model | Signia | Golden |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
